Very Best Iced Tea (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Tea Base
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5 black tea bags
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4 cups boiling water (950 ml)
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4 cups cold water (950 ml)
→ Flavorings
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Several sprigs of fresh mint
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200g sugar (approximately 1 cup)
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160 ml fresh lemon juice (2/3 cup)
# Instructions:
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Place the tea bags, mint, and sugar in a large pitcher (capacity of at least 2 liters). Pour the boiling water over the top and let steep for 10 minutes.
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Remove the mint and tea bags, gently squeezing the bags to extract maximum flavor.
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Add the fresh lemon juice and cold water to the pitcher, stirring until well combined.
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Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled. Serve over ice and garnish with additional mint leaves or lemon slices if desired.
# Notes:
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The type of black tea used will influence the final flavor profile. Consider Ceylon or English Breakfast for classic iced tea flavor.
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Adjust sugar to taste - reduce for a less sweet version or substitute with honey for a different flavor dimension.